BYU Basketball Sends Five Stars to Professional Ranks
PROVO, Utah — BYU men’s basketball is sending off five of its standout players to begin their professional careers, with the latest signings of Trey Stewart and Mawot Mag.
Stewart and Mag: “3-and-D” Specialists Head Overseas
After playing crucial roles in BYU’s 2024-25 season, which saw the Cougars reach the Sweet 16 for the third time in program history, Stewart and Mag are set to embark on their professional careers.
- Trey Stewart has signed with SBB Basketba Wolmirtedt in Germany, where he’ll continue his role as a “3-and-D” specialist, providing both scoring and defensive prowess.
- Mawot Mag has joined the Cairns Taipans in Australia, returning to his home country after a standout season at BYU.
Both players’ signings come on the heels of a BYU press release announcing their professional destinations.
The Professional Journey Begins
The departure of Stewart and Mag follows the recent professional commitments of their teammates:
- Fousseyni Traore is headed to France,
- Trevin Knell is part of USA Basketball’s 3×3 operation, and
- Egor Demin was selected No. 8 overall by the Brooklyn Nets in June’s NBA Draft.
We are thrilled to see five of our players from last year’s squad start their professional playing careers all across the world.– BYU coach Kevin Young
From BYU to the World Stage
Stewart appeared in 93 games for the Cougars, becoming a vital rotation player down the stretch in his senior year. He averaged nearly 13 minutes per game during the team’s 11-2 run, contributing crucial defense and late-game scoring.
Mag, who transferred to BYU after four years at Rutgers, started 22 games for the Cougars, averaging 5.9 points per contest and shooting 39.7% from three-point range while also serving as one of the team’s best defensive players.
BYU’s Growing Pro Roster
BYU Sports Information reports that there are now 14 former Cougars playing professional basketball across the globe, including:
- Yoeli Childs (Japan),
- Spencer Johnson (England), and
- Brown Williams (Canada).
Looking Ahead
As BYU’s 2024-25 seniors graduate to the professional ranks, the Cougars will look to build on their Sweet 16 run. With a strong foundation in place, including freshman phenom Egor Demin, the future looks bright for BYU basketball.
FAQ
- Where did Trey Stewart and Mawot Mag play college basketball? Both played for BYU in the 2024-25 season.
- What are “3-and-D” specialists? They are players who can shoot from three-point range (the “3”) and also provide strong defensive contributions (“D”).
- What is the Sweet 16 of the NCAA tournament? The Sweet 16 refers to the 16 teams that reach the third round of the NCAA Men’s Division I Basketball Championship, often referred to as the “Elite Eight” after the tournament.
Did you know?
BYU has now sent 14 former players to professional leagues across the globe, reflecting the program’s growth and success in recent years.
Pro Tip for Fans
Keep an eye on BYU basketball’s 2025-26 recruiting efforts to see how the program plans to maintain its momentum heading into next season.
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